Our Process

Due to the properties of the mix and the processes involved with exposing aggregate in concrete surfaces complete consistency is next to impossible to achieve.  Some areas may be washed deeper or lighter than others depending on the curing process of the concrete.  These areas will fade over time and blend with the elements.  The process of achieving an exposed aggregate finish requires a fine paste from the surface to be removed with a pressure washer, the homeowner should expect areas needing cleaned of deposits of sand and cement in the immediate area around an exposed aggregate job.  

When stamping concrete the surface is being stretched to accommodate grout lines and pattern textures being imprinted into the surface.  Due to this process, tiny surface cracks are inherent where the pattern is impressed into the surface.  These cracks will not affect the integrity of the concrete and are part of normal stamping construction.  Colors stamped into surface may vary slightly from one area to the next depending on variables such as wind, sun, rain etc.  Complete uniformity is not to be expected. 

Access to patio area; Access to area with Bobcat, Georgia buggy and likewise, machinery is always to be expected.  Homeowner should expect to repair damage to lawn from street to patio area and area immediately adjacent to patio within a 3 foot distance.  Ask your estimator about topsoil replacement estimate.  When pouring concrete in a patio with close proximity to a home, inherent spatter or spillage will occur. Homeowner should expect to clean with soap and water once forms are removed and job is done.  Expect edge of patio to be an unfinished surface unless otherwise specified during the estimate, this can be easily covered with mulch or other landscaping material by bringing to the height of the new patio.  Construction messes are also easily covered this way.  Always expect landscaping to be necessary after any patio installation.  Ask your estimator about use of plywood to protect against some lawn damage, although this is not a surefire way to prevent all lawn damage and ruts, it may be used at additional cost.  In any case, plywood cannot be used where any machinery turns.  PLYWOOD DOES NOT PREVENT RUTS COMPLETELY.  Mattingly Concrete Inc. uses street brooms and leaf blowers to clean off hard surfaces that are used to access the area, homeowner should expect to pressure wash or clean after the job is complete.  Ask your estimator about pressure washing services.  Elevations and shape of new concrete will always change, siding and other monuments may not be lined up as they were prior to installation.  Homeowner should expect to repair items after job is complete, ask your estimator for handyman references.  Homeowner is expected to keep surface clean and free of stains and debris until concrete is sealed.  If weather does not allow for sealing, expect to clean patio prior to sealing at a later date.  Any staining that occurs to patio before sealing is not the responsibility of Mattingly Concrete Inc.

Large driveways may often be completed in multiple pours, colors will vary initially and eventually blend together overtime.  All concrete has a curing aid/sealant applied, your concrete should be resealed prior to the first winter it experiences.  Ask your estimator about upgraded sealer or re-sealing options.  Scaling, chipping and pop outs are to be expected and are normal within a driveways lifetime due to Indiana’s extreme weather conditions, even within the first year.  Ask your estimator about an extended warranty.  Cracking is inherent within the nature of concrete and to be expected, within or outside of control joints.  No amount of preparation, reinforcement or thickness can completely prevent cracking.  Should a crack develop more than 20’ in length or ¼” in width within the first year, please call Mattingly Concrete Inc. because this is an item that should be sealed or caulked.  Drains within driveways will hold water in heavy downpours and ice during winter months.  It is not the responsibility of Mattingly Concrete Inc. when this occurs.  Once utilities have been marked, utility locations may change where stakes and forms are placed as not to damage gas or water lines.  It is at Mattingly Concrete Inc. discretion whether or not to pour concrete around utility hook-ups: caps, gas meters, etc.  Ask your estimator about any concerns.  City curbs are not replaced with driveway in any situation, weak spots/damages that may have been un-noticed prior will be highlighted when work is completed.  Expansion material is placed between curb and driveway to keep separate.  Ask your city about any repairs needing done to curb.  Vehicles and valuable items must stay at least 30’ from jobsite outline.  Dust, concrete splatter and construction debris may damage items within this area.  These items are not the responsibility of Mattingly Concrete.  Parking for at least five vehicles and a dumpster/dump truck are required on every job.

Shrubbery and flowers adjacent to site may be damaged during construction process.  Transplant any plants of value during construction.  Mattingly Concrete is not responsible for landscaping within the work area.  Expect landscape damage after construction is complete.  None of the above scenarios are specific to the underlined title, please read and assume they are applied to every job.  All of these items are very common and can be expected with any situation.